In the book of Genesis, we read about the magnificent power of God in creation. After He created the heavens, the earth, and all living things, God rested on the seventh day. The Bible records this in:
Genesis 2:1–4 (ESV):“Thus the heavens and the earth were finished, and all the host of them.And on the seventh day God finished his work that he had done, and he rested on the seventh day from all his work that he had done.So God blessed the seventh day and made it holy, because on it God rested from all his work that he had done in creation.These are the generations of the heavens and the earth when they were created, in the day that the Lord God made the earth and the heavens.”
This passage raises a few deep questions that are worth reflecting on as we seek to understand God’s creative process:
God, being all powerful, certainly could have created the universe in a single moment. However, He chose to do it gradually over six days. Why? Because it pleased Him to work this way. His process reveals His wisdom, order, and intentionality. It also teaches us that God values process, time, and development.
Though God is able to act immediately, His usual pattern in creation and even in our lives is progressive step by step, day by day.
Genesis 2:4 refers to “the generations of the heavens and the earth.” The word “generations” here indicates processes, progressions, and unfolding realities not instantaneous results. Just like the generations of human beings, creation had a starting point and was meant to grow, develop, and expand over time.
When God created the earth, He did not immediately populate it with forests, gardens, and mature life. He created the earth with seeds and potential then He sent rain, and over time, those seeds grew into trees, and those trees formed forests. This may have taken months, years, or even centuries. It was not because God lacked power but because His plan was to establish order and growth, not instant outcomes.
Similarly, when God created mankind, He didn’t create billions of people at once. He made one man Adam and placed within him the potential for all generations of humanity.
Acts 17:26 (ESV):“And he made from one man every nation of mankind to live on all the face of the earth…”
The command to “fill the earth” was given at the beginning, but its fulfillment was designed to occur gradually. This shows us that God’s purposes often begin with a seed, not a finished product.
In the same way that God created the world gradually, He also works in our spiritual lives progressively.
Hebrews 13:8 (ESV):“Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.”
The way God worked in Genesis is the same way He works today slowly, patiently, and purposefully.
God can bring instant change, but often He chooses to transform us over time, just as seeds take time to grow into fruit-bearing trees.
When we plant seeds in the ground, we don’t expect to harvest the same day. Likewise, God often delays results to build character in us patience, faith, endurance.
Proverbs 13:11 (ESV):“Wealth gained hastily will dwindle, but whoever gathers little by little will increase it.”
This applies to healing, provision, spiritual growth, and even character transformation. God prefers sustainable growth over sudden change.
When we pray for healing, we often expect immediate results. But even physical wounds take time to heal. The same is true for spiritual and emotional healing. God’s creative power is at work even when we don’t feel it, operating behind the scenes.
Isaiah 40:31 (ESV):“But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.”
Waiting is not a waste it is part of the divine process.
You cannot see the sun move with your naked eyes but hours later, you realize it has changed position. This is how God’s creative power works: slowly, invisibly, but surely.
A tree does not visibly grow before your eyes, but over time, the difference becomes evident. This is how God works in us: day by day, gradually shaping us into His image.
Many lose faith when things don’t happen quickly. They jump from church to church, prophet to prophet. But that is not the way of God.
If you’ve been prayed for and haven’t seen change yet do not panic. Stay rooted. Keep trusting. God is at work even if you can’t see it.
Lamentations 3:25–26 (ESV):“The Lord is good to those who wait for him, to the soul who seeks him. It is good that one should wait quietly for the salvation of the Lord.”
The same principle applies to material blessings. God does not usually pour out riches in a day instead, He provides little by little, ensuring we grow in responsibility and gratitude.
Matthew 6:33–34 (ESV):“But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow…”
God’s blessing comes with time, responsibility, and obedience.
Even after being born again, we are not instantly perfect. God cleanses us little by little from the residue of sin.
2 Corinthians 3:18 (ESV):“And we all… are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another. For this comes from the Lord who is the Spirit.”
Acts 2:42 (ESV):“And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers.”
Through continual fellowship, teaching, prayer, and obedience, we grow into maturity.
Brother/Sister, have you allowed the creative power of God to begin a new work in you to make you holy, righteous, and prepared for eternity?
Hebrews 12:14 (ESV):“Strive for peace with everyone, and for the holiness without which no one will see the Lord.”
1 Corinthians 6:9–10 (ESV):“Or do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: neither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers… will inherit the kingdom of God.”
If Christ returned today would you be ready? If not, repent today, and be baptized in water in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of sins (Acts 2:38). Receive the Holy Spirit, and God will begin the re creation of your life.
2 Peter 1:10 (ESV):“Therefore, brothers, be all the more diligent to confirm your calling and election, for if you practice these qualities you will never fall.”
We are living in dangerous times. Jesus is at the door. Don’t delay your salvation. The same God who created the world is ready to re create your heart.
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Prisca Yohana, known by her artist name "binti wa Mungu" born 24th december, 2000 in Dar es salaam Tanzania. Gospel artist with a deep passion for worship and spreading the message of God’s love through music.
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